AT THE CASEY-O'DONNELL FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Waterbury – Mr. Michael B. “Bernie” Thompson, age 90, of Windy Dr, Waterbury, died Monday, November 26, 2012, at Saint Mary’s Hospital after an extended illness. He was the devoted widower of Arlene (Humiston) Thompson to whom he shared 60 years of marriage with, until her passing in April of 2004. Mr. Thompson was born February 9th 1922 in Waterbury CT, the son of the late Michael and Honora “Nora” (Dowling) Thompson. He was educated in local schools before enlisting with the US Army where he proudly served his country during WWII. After his discharge from the service, he worked as a foreman at Mattatuck Manufacturing for many years before his retirement in 1985. As a young man, Bernie enjoyed playing baseball in Hamilton Park and was offered a draft position with the former New York Dodger’s but his commitment to his family and the families strong work ethic left him with an easy decision to turn down the offer. He was a member of the Waterbury Knights of Columbus, Sheridan Council #24 and enjoyed playing golf with the organization. He also served as an usher at Saints Peter and Paul Church for over 45 years where he was a parishioner and member of the Parish Council. Bernie also loved to spend time with his family especially his granddaughter whom he enjoyed coaching at little league baseball. Among his survivors are his two sons, Dennis M. Thompson of Waterbury and Kevin E. Thompson of Forest Hills, NY and his former wife Barbara and his granddaughter Mandy of Wolcott, CT. He is predeceased by his two brothers, William F., and John J. (Jack) Thompson, and his sister, Margaret “Peg” Greggis. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews spread throughout the country. The Thompson family would like to acknowledge the VNA Health Care of Waterbury for all the assistance and support they provided to Bernie and his family during his illness. In addition, they would like to offer special thanks to Bernie’s aides Kenia Vasquez, and Christina Gil-DosSantos for all the care they provided. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Thompson can be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Funeral services for Mr. Thompson will be held on Thursday November 29th at 8:15am from the Casey- O’Donnell Family Funeral Home, 1581 East Main St, Waterbury, CT. to Saint Peter and Paul Church to Celebrate the Liturgy of Christian Burial at 9:00 AM. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Family and friends may visit the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. To extend on-line expressions of sympathy to the family or for additional information kindly visit the funeral homes website at www.caseyodonnell.com